Procurement Buyer

HARIBO GmbH & Co. KG; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Procurement Buyer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll be instrumental in developing strategic purchasing initiatives for indirect procurement needs. With a focus on sourcing vendors, negotiating contracts, and managing the entire contract lifecycle, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact. The company values its associates and offers a comprehensive benefits program, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. If you are passionate about procurement and looking for a role that fosters career growth, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Fully paid health insurance premiums

Generous HSA contribution

11 paid Holidays

Paid Time Off/PTO

Competitive 401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Community involvement opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Buyer or Procurement Buyer.
• Experience using an ERP system for purchasing, preferably SAP.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire contract lifecycle and negotiate terms.
• Develop long-term partnerships with suppliers.
• Conduct day-to-day purchasing for multiple departments.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Cost Benefit Analysis

Vendor Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Tools

SAP

Job description

Why work at HARIBO? The original and iconic Goldbears, created in 1922, have delighted kids and grown-ups for over 100 years! Our associates are our most valuable asset. At HARIBO of America we are committed to a comprehensive benefit program that helps our employee stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a positive work life balance. We provide fully paid health insurance premiums and generous HSA contribution, 11 paid Holiday plus Paid Time Off/PTO, competitive 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more. Additionally, we offer community involvement opportunities and career growth opportunities.

As a member of our Procurement team, the Procurement Buyer recommends and develops strategic purchasing initiatives for Indirect procurement needs including corporate office supplies, corporate travel services, computer equipment and company cell phones, facilities services, utilities, and other related purchasing.Located on-site at the HARIBO of America corporate headquarters in Rosemont, Illinois, the Procurement Buyer - Indirect will source vendors and products, creating RFPs, negotiate contracts, and serve as the liaison between vendors and internal stakeholders.

The ideal Procurement Buyer will have 3+ years of experience as a Buyer or Procurement Buyer, prior experience sourcing and purchasing items such as office supplies, travel and fleet services, utilities, and other products and services. Additionally, the candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and experience using SAP is highly preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the entire contract lifecycle, including drafting agreements, negotiating terms and prices, and approving and executing the final signed contract
• Manage the end-to-end strategic sourcing process including sourcing new vendors, data and market analysis, strategy development, pricing negotiations, and contract review
• Develop long-term partnerships with world-class suppliers
• Perform cost benefit analysis and determine opportunities for savings, project efficiency, and strategic sourcing iniatives
• Conduct day-to-day purchasing for multiple departments and corporate functions
• Create RFPs and bid documents, review agreements, continuously optimize processes

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in a Buyer or Procurement Buyer role
• Prior experience using an ERP system for purchasing, buying, etc -- SAP strongly preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related role

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience using SAP
• Experience creating RFPs
• Prior indirect purchasing experience such as purchasing office supplies and office equipment, purchasing corporate travel and entertainment, fleet programs, and other purchasing for corporate functions

HARIBO of America, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and maintains a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment at HARIBO of America, Inc. is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. The Company’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, including protected veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. HARIBO also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also HARIBO’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

HARIBO is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please contact the location for which you are applying and ask to speak with the human resources representative or email [e-mail].